RT Chapter 84

Chapter 84: He is Mine

Chapter 84: He is Mine

If you were to ask what was the most talked-about event in Imperial Capital in April, it would definitely be the Shao Residence’s second young master, Shao Chengxi’s, birthday banquet.

April 10th was Shao Chengxi’s twenty-eighth birthday, and it happened to fall on a Saturday with excellent weather.

The timing, location, and people were all perfect.

Everyone knew that Shao Chengxi’s birthday banquet was not just a celebration of his twenty-eighth year, but also a display of the Shao family’s influence in the political arena.

Influential figures from all walks of life in the empire attended, and although the President himself did not come, he sent his blessings and gifts early on.

The attendance of Vice President Wu Xun and the newly appointed Minister of Finance, Li Zhengyu, made the banquet even more grand.

Some media even used being invited by the Shao Residence as the top standard for judging the upper class of the Imperial Capital.

Under this kind of rhetoric, the Shao Residence’s invitation letter became even more sought after.

Shu Lin’s relationship with Shao Chengxi was not public, so he couldn’t attend as Shao Chengxi’s partner.

But considering the grand scale of this banquet, it was necessary for him to witness it firsthand.

So, after discussing it, Shu Lingxiao would take him in.

The banquet allowed invitees to bring one companion, so his presence wouldn’t attract attention.

Shao Chengxi was the focus of the banquet, and on his birthday, he was extremely busy.

Shu Lin was very sensible and didn’t bother him, obediently doing his own thing.

Half an hour before the opening, Shao Chengxi couldn’t hold back and took time out of his busy schedule to run back to the bedroom, hugging Shu Lin and kissing him for over ten minutes before stopping.

“Baby, be careful at the banquet, just look around. If you’re tired, give your sister a heads up and go to sleep. Don’t talk to strangers, especially Alphas you don’t know, understand?”

Shu Lin, with his face cupped in Shao Chengxi’s hands, playfully blinked:

“Understood, Minister Shao. I promise, except for my sister, I won’t say half a word to any other Alpha.”

Shao Chengxi kissed his rosy lips again, “Baby is so good.”

At seven o’clock sharp, the birthday banquet began on time, with Imperial Capital’s political and business celebrities gathered at the South Mountain villa.

Inside the Shao Residence’s banquet hall, crystal chandeliers cast a brilliant light. Amidst the clinking of glasses, people conversed in low voices, the atmosphere lively and solemn.

Shao Chengxi, dressed in a smart military uniform, stood in the center of the banquet hall, exchanging greetings with the guests.

His expression was calm and confident, displaying the demeanor of a great general with every move he made.

Pei Yuan stood not far away, holding a glass of champagne, watching all of this with a deep gaze.

Standing next to him was Guan Jiafan, the Minister of Health, and the two were talking in low voices.

“The Shao family is really in the limelight this time,” Guan Jiafan sincerely sighed.

Pei Yuan remained noncommittal, took a sip of champagne, and said blandly, “It’s just temporary glory. In the political arena, there are no eternal winners.”

Guan Jiafan chuckled and nodded, his gaze sweeping across the banquet hall. He pointed to Shu Lingxiao in the distance and said:

“What’s the background of that female Alpha? Li Zhengyu is actually promoting her everywhere.”

Pei Yuan looked over and saw Shu Lingxiao in a black fitted dress, looking capable and alluring.

He didn’t respond, just silently watched Shu Lingxiao, his gaze complex.

Seeing that Pei Yuan didn’t speak, Guan Jiafan changed the subject: “Why haven’t we seen Old Ma at our recent gatherings? Are you and him okay?”

Pei Yuan scoffed, “What could be wrong between me and him? You know what kind of person Old Ma is, timid as a mouse. He’s afraid of getting too close to me and being targeted by the Shao family.”

Guan Jiafan raised his eyebrows and laughed, “Haha, that’s something Old Ma would do.”

After speaking, he paused for a few seconds and asked: “Minister Pei, the voice pheromone I gave you must…”

“Rest assured, I know what’s important and won’t involve you.”

Guan Jiafan moved his lips, but said nothing more.

The two spoke for a while longer, then separated and weaved through the crowd.

This kind of occasion where bigwigs from all walks of life gathered was rare, and everyone present had their own social purpose and couldn’t waste it.

Except for Shu Lin.

He had no social purpose, just came to watch the fun.

After the birthday banquet started, to avoid suspicion, he initially stayed by Shu Lingxiao’s side.

Later, Shu Lingxiao had too many people to meet, and it was inconvenient for him to follow, so he went off on his own.

There were many people in the banquet hall, and no one paid attention to companions like him who were brought along to make up the numbers.

Shu Lin found a quiet corner and watched Shao Chengxi in the crowd.

He was always surrounded by people and never idle, as if he was the moon surrounded by stars.

He really liked the way he looked in his military uniform.

Aloof and noble, confident and calm, handling everything with ease.

So handsome.

So cool.

A smile overflowed from Shu Lin’s eyes, and the corners of his mouth widened.

A sense of pride arose from the bottom of his heart.

That person was his Alpha.

He was his.

When he grew up a little more, he would proudly stand by his side and tell everyone loudly that this Alpha in front of them was his.

He was Shu Lin’s.

Hehehe…

Just as he was lost in thought, a figure suddenly blocked his view, obstructing his sight of Shao Chengxi.

He suddenly came back to his senses and saw that it was Shao Shiyan.

Almost all of the Shao family came today, even Shao Yuanheng hadn’t been left out, and they were assigned to entertain guests.

In order not to reveal their identities, Shu Lin pretended not to know them when he bumped into them.

Shao Shiyan finished his prank, glanced at him playfully, and then went back to work.

How boring.

Not being able to keep staring at his Alpha, Shu Lin began to feel sleepy.

Scanning the crowd, he yawned and decided to say hello to Shu Lingxiao before going back to sleep.

When he saw Shao Chengxi alone, he would tell him that he had been very good tonight, and really hadn’t spoken to any Alpha.

When he found Shu Lingxiao in the crowd, she was talking to Pei Yuan.

Not wanting to disturb his sister, Shu Lin stood aside and waited obediently for the two of them to finish talking.

“Looks like someone’s looking for you?” Pei Yuan’s gaze was attracted to Shu Lin behind Shu Lingxiao, and he took the initiative to remind Shu Lingxiao.

Shu Lingxiao turned around, saw Shu Lin, and her voice immediately softened, “Xiao Lin, what’s wrong?”

Pei Yuan’s gaze fell on Shu Lin, taking the opportunity to ask, “Who is this?”

Shu Lingxiao immediately became vigilant and said indifferently, “My younger brother, sorry, Minister Pei, I’ll excuse myself.”

With that, she didn’t hesitate and quickly left with Shu Lin.

Sensing Shu Lingxiao’s guard against him, Pei Yuan curled his lips.

Well, with different camps, this was normal.

Watching the receding figures of the siblings, the corners of his mouth curled into a meaningful smile.

Shu Lingxiao’s Omega younger brother was truly stunning.

He still looked like a student.

Called Xiao Lin?

I wonder what level of Omega he is.

If he’s a high level, I can try to get in touch.

He’s an S-Class Alpha, Omegas of too low a level don’t deserve him, no matter how good-looking they are.

Shu Lingxiao’s brother looks so young.

How old is he?

Send someone to check it out first.

If the pheromone level isn’t high…

Pei Yuan hesitated.

Let’s talk after the check is done.